Lead Plex Analyst

Auria; Fremont (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Auria is seeking a Lead Plex Analyst to spearhead Plex ERP initiatives across our North America manufacturing and corporate IT landscape. You will drive ERP strategy, optimize processes, and collaborate with global teams to ensure Plex delivers maximum value for plants, supply chain, and finance.

The role emphasizes leadership, system optimization, and ongoing training, with travel primarily within the U.S. and Mexico to support implementations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Plex ERP and strong ERP implementation background.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional ERP projects and align IT with business goals.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead ERP projects and Plex implementations across the business units.
• Align Plex ERP capabilities with strategic goals and drive optimization.
• Provide Plex module expertise (Finance, SCM, HCM, MES, QMS, APM, Maintenance).
• Oversee ERP performance, user support, and incident management.
• Develop and deliver training sessions and update process documentation.
• Travel as needed to support implementations and plant needs.

Skills

ERP project leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Plex ERP

Power BI

Ignition

MES systems

Job description

Description

Auria is a leading global supplier of highly engineered systems for automotive flooring, acoustical, thermal, aerodynamic and other fiber-based solutions for gas and electric vehicles. With U.S.-based operational headquarters in Southfield, Michigan, Auria operates 16 manufacturing, 9 technical and 5 JV locations across 10 countries and employs approximately 4,900 people worldwide. We are currently searching for a Lead Plex Analyst to join our Corporate IT Business Systems Group in North America. Why Join Auria as our Lead Plex Analyst: You’ll be at the center of how our business operates driving ERP strategy, improving global processes, and ensuring our systems empower and support our plants across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and beyond. This is more than a technical role, it’s an opportunity to lead, influence, and innovate on how we use Plex with in our business.

What you will do:

• Technical Leadership:

  • Lead ERP projects and drive successful implementations and integrations across the business.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to meet project goals while staying current on Plex updates and manufacturing technology trends.
  • Stay current with Plex feature releases, emerging technologies, and trends in manufacturing practices.

• ERP Strategy, Business Process Optimization:

  • Serve as the primary liaison between IT and business stakeholders to align Plex ERP capabilities with strategic goals.
  • Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Rockwell Plex ERP across global business units.
  • Analyze and document current business processes; identify gaps and opportunities for automation, efficiency, and further integration with other business systems.

• Specialization:

  • Provide strong expertise within Plex plus act as the expert in one or more of the following modules:
    • Financial Management
    • Supply Chain Management (SCM)
    • Human Capital Management (HCM)
    • Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
    • Plex Automation & Orchestration (A&O), formerly Mach2
    • Quality Management System (QMS)
    • Asset Performance Management (APM)
    • Maintenance Management

• Support:

  • Oversee ERP system performance, user support, issue resolution, and incident management.

• Communication & Training:

  • Serve as the primary liaison between service providers, internal stakeholders, and technical teams.
  • Develop and deliver training sessions within IT, ensuring all technical teams are aligned on standardized processes and new functionality.
  • Assist business units in updating work instructions and process documentation; as needed, coordinate local language requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you will gain as a part of the Auria Team:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Fertility, parental leave, and family support programs
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability and income protection coverage
• A supportive work environment focused on work-life balance

What you will bring:

• Extensive experience working with Plex ERP (Quality Module experience highly preferred)
• Strong background in ERP implementation and support in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to collaborate across technical and business teams
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills

Location & Travel Requirements:

• Role can be based at any North America plant, depending on candidate location
• Travel required (primarily within the U.S. and Mexico) to support implementation

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain, finance, and HR functions.
• Previous experience migrating ERP systems in a global manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of how to apply IT best practices, to include change management, disaster recovery planning, and others.
• Hands-on experience with visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Ignition, or similar).